28 Jun 1918
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Newspaper
Bonham Daily Favorite
Location
Bonham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1918
Page
1
Bonham women met at the courthouse to organize for the upcoming primary election. Mrs. E. F. White was named chairman and Mrs. M. V. Gray secretary as plans to encourage voter registration were discussed for the July 15 deadline.
United Press reports rumors that Bolsheviks were overthrown and Moscow occupied by General Kaledine and General Korni loff, with Lenin and Trotsky fleeing to Murman. Nikolai Nikolaevitch proclaimed emperor, though German authorities in Finland have not confirmed the claim. The report is treated with caution in Stockholm.
Paris reports eleven killed and fourteen injured in a night air raid with claims of great material damage. Dispatches note thousands in Budapest general strike demanding government pursuit of peace as of June 28. Herthing summoned to German headquarters for an important conference.
Washington reports German demand for complete Austrian army control following the Piave defeat. Rome notes bitter German public reaction and claims Austrian forces were aided by their ally. The German press favors immediate Austrian revenge. Meanwhile Bonham invites white men aged 70 or over to a July 4 gathering at the Moore home on West 10th Street.
Registration continued with 72 women signing up, an improvement over 54 on the first day. The list names Bonham residents and others in the county, urging women to register and vote to shape laws and governance.
A Bonham based listing includes H L Rodgers shop and a long roster of customers and donors. Names span Bonham Leonard Ector Honey Grove Ivanhoe and surrounding areas with Mrs and Miss titles noted for each buyer or member. The list names numerous women and several households across several towns.
Judge F F Hill renowned Texas speaker will address crowds at the Bonham courthouse Monday afternoon at 2 oclock in support of Governor Hobby. He will return Monday night at 8 15 for a talk aimed at women attendees. All are invited to attend.
A few loads of old shingles suitable as kindling offered for sale. A large load can be delivered for $2.50. Orders may be placed by phone or with Rogers, Woodward & Roberts Co. Also advertised are two Japanese and Whoney cane sets from J. F. Jacks of Route No 6, Bonham, Texas.
Mrs A V Chambers arrived from Justin to visit her son Zeke Chambers while mentioning genuine Mexican June corn. Woodward and Roberta C accompanied the party.
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